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Experts Warn of Hidden Silica Dust Dangers in UK Workplaces

Health and safety experts are urging employers to act on the growing risk of silica dust exposure, linked to lung disease and rising cases of silicosis.

Boreout: The Hidden Wellbeing Risk Draining Engagement at Work

Experts warn that chronic boredom and under-stimulation, known as boreout, are emerging as overlooked wellbeing risks.

Rising Financial Strain Linked to Worsening Health Among Staff

Rising living costs are damaging both physical and mental health, research finds, prompting calls for stronger workplace wellbeing support.

Festive Burnout Takes Toll on Wellbeing as Workers Struggle to Switch Off

Rising end-of-year stress is leaving many employees exhausted and prompting calls for employers to support recovery and reflection over the holidays.

Four Wellbeing Trends Set to Reshape Workforces in 2026

Global research warns that overwork and burnout will continue to harm performance unless employers make resilience and wellbeing central to workforce strategy.

Construction Firms Fined After Worker Suffers Life-Changing Fall

A serious scaffolding incident has prompted new warnings over poor safety planning after two firms were penalised for breaching regulations.

Employers ‘Failing to Track Sickness Absence Impact’

Many organisations are failing to track sickness absence, limiting their ability to address productivity and employee wellbeing challenges.

Sharp Rise in Disability Payments for Obesity Raises Alarm Over Workforce Health

Rising disability claims for obesity highlight growing health challenges linked to inactivity, poor diet and reduced workforce wellbeing.

Employers Urged to Support Inclusion of Blind And Partially Sighted Workers

UK organisations are being encouraged to improve access for staff with visual impairments, to build healthier, more inclusive workplaces.

Workers Hide Dental Pain as Stigma and ‘Push Through’ Culture Take Hold

Many UK workers are hiding dental pain at work amid stigma and fear of judgement, prompting calls for oral health to be included in wellbeing strategies.
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